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Mikvé Israel-Emanuel Synagogue is the oldest synagogue in continuous use in the Western Hemisphere.
According to history Jewish families from Amsterdam founded the congregation in 1651, while the current building was consecrated in 1732 on the eve of the Jewish Passover.
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We enjoyed the synagogue and the adjacent museum. The sand floor was something to experience, and learn about. Somehow it felt like an old New England church or the belly of a whaling ship inside. The structure is stone but the interior is wood.

Mikve Israel-Emanuel Synagogue is a stately site in the middle of Willemstad, Curacao. It is the oldest synagogue in continuous active use in the Americas, and houses many historical artifacts. It is a quiet, tranquil place with a strong historical ambience.

A few weeks ago, to be precise on Dec 30, 2017, I was in Curacao and walked (almost 35 minutes) all the way to your synagogue. When we arrived there - along with my wife and 2 quests - we were denied entry to the...More

I was here 6 years ago and nothing has changed. It is hot in the synagogue as there are no air conditioners. The museum gives an interesting view into the past BUT they haven't modernized at all. The gift shop looks like it's from the...More

Compared to many things on Curacao, US$10 is a steep admission price--but you are paying to support the place, which includes a nice museum. The interior of the synagogue is beautiful. The museum is likely interesting only to those especially intrigued by the history of...More

A remarkable and beautiful synagogue (oldest in the Caribbean after the one in St. Thomas) and very interesting museum. You can learn about the many contributions the Jewish community has made to Curacao. What a treasure. If you have limited time, this site is certainly...More

As the previous person told you, it is very easy to get to the Synagogue wherever your cruise docks.In any case, head to the floating bridge and right after you cross it, there there is a tourist info point where you can... More

As the previous person told you, it is very easy to get to the Synagogue wherever your cruise docks.In any case, head to the floating bridge and right after you cross it, there there is a tourist info point where you can pick up a map. From there, it is not more than 5 minute walk.

I am a tourist the same as you. I have been to Curaçao and this Synagogue twice. They have services on Friday night and Saturday mornings. Other days they are open for tourists and their Museum attached to the complex is... More

I am a tourist the same as you. I have been to Curaçao and this Synagogue twice. They have services on Friday night and Saturday mornings. Other days they are open for tourists and their Museum attached to the complex is also open. They have a website so you can google the name of this Synagogue for more specifics. They have a Cantor who leads the services and a Rabbi only for special services, and special occasions such as weddings.